Kuala Lumpur
With its huge open-air deck facing the Petronas Towers, this show-stopping Latin American eatery has a boisterous but convivial atmosphere and is a great…
Must-see restaurants in Malaysia
Sarawak
Nudging the Rejang Esplanade, the Ark has an air-con interior plus outdoor seating upstairs, and is the perfect place to watch the river drift by with a…
Kuching
Housed in an old granary that has been renovated with minimalist flair, this breezy restaurant serves up burgers, pizzas and pasta, plus some pricier meat…
Pulau Perhentian
One of the top choices on Long Beach is this open-sided restaurant cooled by a sea breeze and jazz vibes. Cocktails, fresh juices and smoothies, and a…
George Town
Chefs Hong and Yen have charmed Penangites at two previous venues, with their quirky style and delicious Italian food and desserts. Jaloux is their latest…
Malaysia
Five-star service complements award-winning food at The Olive. It's eye-wateringly expensive by Malaysian standards, but complaints melt away as readily…
Taiping
An eclectic menu, from Malaysian kopitiam (coffee shop) classics via fish and chips to bacon bruschetta and the occasional 'paleo' option, keeps things…
Kuala Lumpur
Overlooking the koi pond and lake at Sentul Park, and very romantic at night when lit by flickering candles, Samira serves excellent Thai and Vietnamese…
Kuala Lumpur
Superb dim sum (try the barbecue chicken buns, which melt in the mouth) are served at lunch in this upmarket restaurant, and an extensive array of…
Kota Kinabalu
By far the best place in town to try authentic laksa, this place gets totally packed during lunchtime. You'll be directed to your plastic seat with…
Kuala Lumpur
Off the tourist radar but renowned locally, this hawker-stall alley comes to life at night. Evening grazing could include addictive fried chicken, chai…
Kuala Lumpur
It's quite acceptable to use your fingers to savour the sublime sushi served at the counter, one piece at a time, by expert Japanese chefs. There are also…
George Town
A famous vendor of Hokkien mee (mixed noodles in a rich, prawn- and pork-based broth) draws most folks to this open-air hawker convocation, but there's…
Kuala Lumpur
Occupying a tastefully restored old home, French Feast offers classic French bistro–style dishes including cassoulet, house-smoked sausages with puy…
George Town
Step into this classic-feeling cafe for excellent nasi kandar (Muslim-influenced curries served over rice). You can't go wrong with the tomato rice,…
Pulau Langkawi
Unkaizan serves lauded Japanese food, with seating in a cosy bungalow and on an open patio. The menu spans much that Japan is known for, but don’t forget…
Pulau Langkawi
Istanbul serves a brief menu of familiar but hearty and delicious Turkish dishes, including İskender kebap, smothered in a rich tomato sauce and served…
Pulau Langkawi
A cheesy cartoon logo and Disney wall art contrast with the serious Italian food at this local staple. Come for handsome and hearty dishes, many using…
Penang
Right on the beach at Teluk Kumbar, this is one of Penang's most famous destinations for seafood. Choose what you'd like to eat from the tanks at the…
Pulau Perhentian
Halim and Aida run a casual cafe (with some very basic tent and hut accommodation) right on the beach. There are fresh juices, including a legendary mango…
Penang
A blissful beachside setting, intimate atmosphere and daytime dining gives Khunthai the edge over the neighbouring seafood restaurants at Teluk Kumbar…
George Town
The must-eats at this old-school restaurant-style hawker joint include legendary lor bak (deep-fried meat rolls dipped in sauce), rice porridges and an…
Kota Bharu
This lovely bakery has wicked cakes, iced desserts, sticky doughnuts and decent coffee. Stop by for a green tea frappé, pandan sponge cake, or a chocolate…
Kuala Lumpur
Peter Hoe brings the same colourful and creative attention to this casual cafe as he does to his adjacent interior design shop. Fresh salads and quiches…
George Town
This delectable bakery at China House serves an eye-popping range of sweet, indulgent, three-inch thick cakes.
Kuala Lumpur
Expect to sit cheek-by-jowl on a weekend morning with hungry regulars who are used to eating Ban Lee’s claypot bak kut teh (pork-bone tea soup) for…
Kuching
Filled to the brim with antiques, this is the middle of a complex of restaurants and bars – each with different names – housed in three 1920s shophouses…
Kota Kinabalu
The enticing aromas lead you into this beautifully decorated restaurant accented with ochre and golden tones, pendant lighting and carved screens. With…
Kuching
Held along the heritage main street of Siniawan – a former mining town established in 1840 – this market is an excellent evening detour from Kuching…
George Town
This busy and buzzy Indian nasi kandar (rice and curry) restaurant whips up penny-priced masala dosas (rice-and-lentil crêpe stuffed with spiced potatoes)…
Johor Bahru
The signature dish of smart Din Tai Fung is xiaolongbao, gorgeous Chinese dumplings with various fillings, including crab roe, pork and chicken, but there…
Melaka City
The Peranakan (Nonya) cuisine here has a dedicated following, but service can be a bit curt and a wait is inevitable at weekends. However, many consider…
Kuala Lumpur
Established in 1977 and now a popular local chain with outlets in a number of the city's malls, Madam Kwan's specalises in nasi lemek (rice boiled in…
Kuala Lumpur
The flagship brand of the BIG group of dining outlets delivers on both style and substance. There's a tempting range of Eastern and Western comfort foods,…
Johor Bahru
One of several international restaurants overlooking Puteri Harbour, Olive is a good choice to enjoy Indian cuisine, cooking up a wonderfully tender…
Kuala Lumpur
The flagship eatery in the Troika complex, this French-accented fine diner offers a set weekday lunch of eight small dishes, plus a variety of dining…
Kota Bharu
For a favourite local breakfast, get here before 9am when the excellent nasi kerabu (blue rice with coconut, fish and spices) often sells out. Nutty…
Malaysia
A block southeast of stalwart Auntie Kopitiam is younger, fresher Auntie Foo, which attracts a mixed crowd of locals and tourists…mainly for the coconut…
George Town
Tho Yuen is packed with newspaper-reading old timers and chattering locals all morning long. It's best to arrive early for the widest choice of breakfast…
Kuala Lumpur
This global chain of restaurants offers some of the best-quality vegetarian Indian food you'll find in KL. Their banana-leaf and mini-tiffin feasts are…
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